Merylena Sulak

• Provide self-development drama coaching sessions for children & teens with the prime aim to assist them with their self-esteem & confidence.
• Creating an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
• Collaborate with schools within the Eastern Suburbs district on special projects such as incursions, after-school programs or extracurricular activities.
• Cultivate strong, positive relationships with parents, students, teachers members of the local community to ensure a safe learning environment.

• School Incursions that include Music / Drama & various application of The Arts include schools such as:
• North East Metropolitan Language Development Centre (NEMLDC) All Campuses located at Morley, North Balga & Beechboro primary Schools - Annual Whole School Incursion Booking 2013 - present.
• Homeschool Co-Ops & Community Groups - 2015 - present
• Guildford Grammar - Drama Club held every Wednesday afterschool on campus (Year 1 - Year 6) - 2017 - present.
• St Columbas Primary School - Annual Incursion (Year 3) 2022 - present
• Our Lady's Assumption - Annual Incursion (Year 3) 2019 & 2020
• Pachamama Early Education Centre - 2019 & 2020
• HillSide Christian College - Annual Whole School Incursion 2016 & 2017
• Hillcrest Primary School- Annual Whole School Incursion 2016 & 2018
• Camboon Primary School - Annual Whole School Incursion 2016 & 2018
• Boyare Primary School - Annual Incursion 2013 - 2015
• Camp Gan Israel - 2013

During my time as School Principal I:

• Worked closely with staff to develop individualized learning plans tailored to meet each student's needs.
• Designed comprehensive plans for professional development activities that focused on improving teacher performance levels across all subject areas.
• Provided instructional leadership to faculty and staff in the areas of curriculum development, assessment practices and professional growth activities.
• Provided coaching sessions for teachers on best practices for classroom organization and management as well as effective instructional strategies.
• Ensured that all classrooms are equipped with necessary materials needed for successful instruction delivery including textbooks, computers, lab equipment .
• Managed budgeting process for school operations including personnel hiring, supplies procurement and facility improvements.
• Created an environment where all students feel valued regardless of their background or cultural identity.
• Monitored student academic performance data in order to identify trends or areas of need that require additional resources or support.
• Responsible for all tasks as required by AISWA with regards to School Registration and all duties as School Principal & Coordinator.
• KIDS Open Learning School was amalgamated with Bold Park Community School in 2018 with their College Campus opening in 2021.

• Created lesson plans, handouts, and other materials for teaching English grammar, reading comprehension, and creative writing skills.
• Developed and implemented English curriculum to meet the needs of students.
• Counseled students regarding their academic performance in English classes.
• Maintained records of student progress by monitoring grades throughout the year.